DRINK UP! 12 Reasons Water Is So Important for Fertility & Pregnancy

We all know we’re supposed to drink water. It’s good for us, they say. It’s important to your health, they say. Not getting enough is bad, they say. But no one ever tells us why it’s so darn important.

If you’re trying to get pregnant, or if you already are pregnant, drinking enough water is more important than ever. And I’m here to tell you why.

After the jump, find out 12 of the reasons why water is so important for fertility and pregnancy.

Even slight dehydration can cause mood fluctuation, and since the mind-body connection is quite important for fertility, staying positive and having a body that is running at its optimal level can really make a difference.
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People often think that drinking lots of water leads to water-weight gain, but that's simply not the case. In fact, drinking lots of water helps keep excess water retention under control and away from your ankles.
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